Manufacturing IT Engineer Location: North Derby Salary: Up to 45,000 + BonusAbout the Role Our client, a leading manufacturer is looking for a Manufacturing IT Engineer to join their Industrial IT team. You''ll support production operations across their Derby and Belper sites, ensuring the reliability and performance of assembly management systems while driving digital transformation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.In this hands-on role, you will troubleshoot IT-related issues on production lines and ancillary equipment, integrate hardware such as RFID, scanners, printers, and pick-to-light systems, and collaborate with engineering and project teams to deliver continuous improvement. You will play a key part in new product introductions and digital manufacturing projects, helping to maintain high system uptime and robust, fit-for-purpose solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport daily production operations, ensuring system uptime across multiple manufacturing sites.Troubleshoot IT systems and equipment linked to assembly and production lines.Integrate and maintain production hardware (RFID, scanners, printers, pick-to-light systems).Collaborate with engineering and project teams on new product introductions and process improvements.Implement software and hardware upgrades in line with company standards.Manage IT change requests, analyse requirements, and present data to support business decisions.Mentor colleagues and promote knowledge sharing to foster a collaborative, high-perform